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Real-Estate Photo Shoot Checklist

What Should We Do to Prepare the Home for the Photo shoot?

  • Please have home ready the day BEFORE the photo shoot.
  • At a minimum, the house should look clean and organized.
  • Decluttering countertops go a long way in making a home look open and inviting.
  • Smaller things, such as removing visible garbage cans, can also make the house look cleaner.
  • Perhaps most important, check to ensure every light fixture in the home turns on with a working light bulb.

Exterior:

  • Pressure-wash home several days before the photo shoot.
  • Park vehicles away from the house or in the garage.
  • Freshen up landscaping.
  • Mow the grass, rake up leaves, pull weeds, and remove any dead vegetation.
  • Remove or replace dead plants, trees, etc.
  • Sweep outdoor space and walkways.
  • Remove visible foliage from the roof and gutters.
  • Spread fresh mulch.
  • Store outdooExit Visual Builderr trash and recycling bins – it is best to place them in a garage area or in an outside shed for the photo-shoot.
  • Store garden hoses and caddy.
  • Store outdoor tools, equipment, and so on.
  • Store toys, bikes, etc.
  • Store BBQ and accessories or clean it.
  • Wash windows and glass doors.
  • Clean outdoor furniture.
  • Place pillows, umbrellas, etc., on outdoor furniture.
  • Straighten outdoor furniture.
  • Store seasonal decor.

Interior:

  • Clear all countertops and remove clutter.
  • Depersonalize home with photos, names, etc.
  • Turn off fans, store portable fans.
  • Clean mirrors and windows.
  • Vacuum carpets and polish floors.
  • Store wastebaskets and laundry baskets out of sight.
  • Store pet dishes, toys, beds, etc.
  • Turn off televisions, computers, and dust screens.
  • Display attractive books, magazines, etc.
  • Store remote controls and chargers.
  • Straighten furniture.
  • Hide electrical cords and cables.
  • Store toys and video games.
  • Store seasonal decor.
  • Remove rugs and runners in kitchens, entryways, and bathrooms so that the floor can be seen clearly.
  • Remove excess furnishings and knick-knacks from rooms.

Kitchen:

  • Remove dirty dishes, food, etc.
  • Clear counters of clutter and small appliances.
  • Remove refrigerator magnets, photos, etc.
  • Clean surfaces and appliances.
  • Hide soaps, towels, cleaning items, etc.
  • Store draining racks.
  • Organize open shelves.

Living Areas/Dining Room:

  • Minimize photos and personal items.
  • Organize bookshelves.
  • Minimize knick-knacks.
  • Set tables with simple place settings and a nice center piece.
  • Remove excess furniture and accessories.

Bedroom:

  • Make the beds correctly and remove wrinkles.
  • Arrange decorative pillows.
  • Store clothing and shoes.
  • Remove items underneath the bed if they can be seen.
  • Remove all clutter.
  • Organize master closets.
  • Declutter and depersonalize bedside tables.
  • Organize children’s rooms and remove clutter.
  • Remove laundry and stow hampers.

Bathrooms:

  • Close toilet lids.
  • Remove countertop items.
  • Remove bath and shower items.
  • Store toilet brushes, plungers, and wastebaskets.
  • Hang fresh towels.
  • Store soaps and candles.

Swimming Pools & Spas:

  • Ensure their cleanliness.
  • Get rid of dirt off the bottom and remove debris floating on top.
  • Remove the cover, floating chlorine dispenser, pool sweep, and pool toys.
  • Straighten lounge chairs, stow cleaning tools, and set up your patio umbrella if you have one.
  • Turn on pool light(s), spa bubbles, and waterfalls.

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